Mr. Schirmer is an eighth grade Georgia Studies teacher at Malcom Bridge Middle School.  After receiving his Masters from Georgia State University, he taught for five years at Wesley International Academy in Atlanta.  He is both Gifted and ESOL Certified. Moreover, he recently earned a Specialist Degree in Middle School Education.  Mr. Schirmer looks to challenge his students to understand the history of Georgia through a sense of open-mindedness and varied perspectives. 

Mr. Schirmer has traveled internationally with students to China, the Dominican Republic, Peru, Puerto Rico, and throughout Europe. This summer, he will be travelling with students to Peru again.  Mr. Schirmer is excited about bringing his worldly experiences to the students of Oconee County.   

Mr. Schirmer serves as the sixth grade Cross Country Coach and the Boys Track Head Coach.  Additionally, he is the coach of the Academic Bowl team.